Uruguayan Fried Cheese
A simple dish from Uruguay, where cheese is pan-fried to perfection. This recipe is a classic comfort food that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
Ingredients
- β1 block (8 oz) Cheddar cheese
- β1/4 cup All-purpose flour
- β1 Eggbeaten
- β1/4 cup Milk
- β1/2 tsp Salt
- β1/4 tsp Pepper
Instructions
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1. Cut the Cheddar cheese into 1-inch cubes.
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2. In a shallow dish, mix together flour, beaten egg, and milk to create a batter.
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3. Dip each cheese cube into the batter, coating all sides evenly.
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4. Heat about 1/2 inch of oil in a large pan over medium heat.
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5. Fry the battered cheese cubes until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
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6. Remove the fried cheese from the oil with a slotted spoon and place on a paper towel-lined plate.
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7. Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.
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8. Serve the Uruguayan fried cheese hot.